What extracurricular activities have you been involved with during high school? Throughout my high school career, I have been involved in Wrestling, Cross Country, Track, Football, Baseball, Lake to Lake Soccer, and the OTIS Church Youth Group

What is one academic accomplishment about which you feel particularly good? The academic accomplishment that I am proud of is taking AP classes and still being able to be a three-season athlete.

Which class or extracurricular activity influenced your decision regarding the career you plan to pursue? A tech class called Intro to Engineering taught by Mr. Zunker, helped me decided that I wanted to major in electrical engineering. In the class, we are working on an electric go-kart type vehicle and I was in charge of the electrical portion of the car, and I really enjoyed doing that.

What advice do you have for those just starting their high school career? Take all sorts of classes. You never know what you might like. Take AP classes if you can, these classes give you a taste of what a college level courses entail. Get involved in any extra-curricular activities you can, you’ll make new friends and help you learn to manage your time wisely.

What are your plans after high school? I plan to study at UW-Platteville majoring in electrical engineering.

What would you like to be doing 10 years from now? I would like to have graduated from UW-Platteville with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and a job in the renewable energy field.

Teacher recommendation: "Matthew is an exceptional young man driven by his inquiry and determination. Matthew is dedicated to his academic success, while balancing his involvement in extra-curricular activities. In addition to his involvement in cross country, wrestling, and track, Matthew positively contributes to his community by volunteering around the country. Matthew is a joy to have in class, as he is kind and compassionate to everyone he comes in contact with. I have watched Matthew grow into an amazing young man, and am excited to watch him achieve his goals." — Rachel Lensmire, Mathematics teacher